Philip Duane "Phil" Gaar, 84, of Anderson, passed away at home on April 8, 2023. He was born on March 21, 1939 in Anderson, the son of Howard and Mildred (Pheanis ) Gaar.
Phil was a 1961 graduate of Purdue University and was an co- owner of Gaars Nursery for 50 years. He was a member of Chesterfield Community Church of God. He enjoyed working outside, playing cards, watching and feeding birds and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Raisor) Gaar, whom he married on July 9, 1966; four children Sheri Lantz, Sandi (Mark) Clark, Stephen (Pam) Gaar, Scott (Sheri) Gaar; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Lantz, Brad (Emily) Lantz, Noah Gaar, Joel Gaar, Jillian Gaar, Joshawah (Kamryn) Gaar, Taylor (Brice) Gaar Jessica (Vince) Cole, Ryan (Erin ) Jones, David Clark, Shelbi Clark; twelve great grandchildren; brother, Barry (Wilma) Gaar; sister-in-law, Judy Raisor; several nieces and nephews.
Phil was preceded in death by his parents; nephew, Daniel Gaar; brother-in-law, George Kenny Raisor.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 1:30 PM at Rozelle-Johnson Funeral Service, officiated by Dr. Jerry Grubbs. Burial will follow at Bronnenberg Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023 from 4-7 PM at the funeral home.
Memorial Contributions may be given to the Alzheimer's Association.
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